Group Psychotherapist - Rochester

Athena Mental Health is a New York State mental health-approved provider of community mental health services for children, adults, and families with behavioral and emotional challenges. We specialize in individual and group psychotherapy for clients with a focus on trauma-informed care. We are dedicated to improving the quality and accessibility of mental health care for all, especially individuals from underserved communities.

Here at Athena, we pride ourselves on hiring a diverse group of mental health clinicians and staff who are passionate and dedicated to improving our clients’ overall emotional well-being. We provide both in-person and telehealth services for our clients and offer a competitive compensation plan and amazing benefits to our staff.

Are You a Good Fit For Us?

The Group Psychotherapist will lead and facilitate therapeutic group sessions, using evidence-based approaches to

support clients’ mental health and interpersonal growth. This role involves creating a safe, inclusive space,

collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and contributing to treatment planning and crisis intervention as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and facilitate psychotherapy groups tailored to client needs, including CBT, DBT, trauma-focused,

psychoeducational, and support groups.

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to integrate group goals into clients' comprehensive treatment

plans.

• Implement evidence-based interventions to promote mental health, coping skills, and interpersonal

effectiveness.

• Monitor group dynamics and adjust interventions to enhance engagement and therapeutic outcomes.
• Provide crisis intervention and safety planning as needed.
• Conduct clinical intakes and complete assessments as needed, particularly while group census is

developing.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with OMH regulations and clinic policies.
• Participate in case conferences, supervision, and ongoing professional development.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Must have a master's degree in Social Work or a related mental health field and have an active license as a

LMHC, LCSW, LMSW, or LMFT.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience providing psychotherapy, with a strong emphasis on group therapy.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and facilitate therapy groups for diverse populations, including children,

adolescents, or adults, based on the organization's needs.

• Proficiency in evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, ACT, or other group therapy frameworks.
• Works effectively with multidisciplinary teams, providing case consultations and progress updates.
• Experience in documenting sessions, treatment planning, and maintaining compliance with ethical and

legal standards.

• Bilingual in Spanish is highly preferred

Working Conditions

This position will be located at the Rochester office at 1299 Portland Avenue, Suite1, Rochester, NY 14621 or Remote. This is a professional work environment where a computer, desk, chair and office supplies will be provided onsite at each of our offices.

Physical Requirements

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee in order to
• successfully perform the essential functions of the role above.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to hear and speak on the phone or
• computer throughout the day, stand and sit for an extended period, and be able to write and answer emails in
• addition to carrying objects no greater than 35 pounds, when needed. This position might require travel to our
• mental health clinics in the Bronx and Manhattan.
• Direct Reports: This position does not have direct reports.